1968 Toyota Corona vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corona (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Toyota Corona weights approximately 13 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Toyota Corona | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Corona | 2 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
